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  • A day of chaos in Israel as far-right protesters storm military bases

    Israel experienced hours of chaos on Monday after far-right protesters encouraged by ultranationalist politicians from the governing coalition broke into a military base where Hamas militants are detained and another base hosting the Israel Defense Forces military court.

  • Oil prices stabilise after Golan Heights attack

    Oil prices were stable on Monday as fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East after a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights put a floor under last week's price losses. Brent crude futures gained 7 cents, or 0.09%, to $81.20 a barrel at 1007 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures rose by 1 cent, or 0.01%, to $77.17. The Brent and WTI benchmarks lost 1.8% and 3.7% respectively last week on sagging Chinese demand and hopes of a Gaza ceasefire agreement.

  • How AI is unlocking the creative potential of Saudi Arabia’s burgeoning fashion industry

    Saudi Arabia has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its fashion industry in recent years, emerging as a vibrant and dynamic regional hub of creativity. Now, thanks to the power of artificial intelligence, more opportunities are fast emerging. With a blend of traditional influences and modern innovation, Saudi designers have been captivating global audiences, redefining cultural norms, and showcasing the Kingdom’s rich heritage through contemporary fashion.

  • Unearthing the transformative potential of Saudi Arabia’s mining sector

    Saudi Arabia’s mining sector is on the cusp of a transformative era, with the Kingdom determined to become a global leader in the industry. But have you wondered what treasures lie beneath its lands? Saudi Arabia is rich in minerals essential for various global industries. The Kingdom is transforming into a leading exporter of diverse energy types, shifting away from its traditional role as an oil producer.

  • Saudi hails kingdom’s first female Olympic swimmer Mashael Alayed

    Saudi dignitaries on Sunday hailed the performance of Mashael Alayed, the first female swimmer from the kingdom to compete in an Olympics. The 17-year-old is the only female swimmer in the delegation and smashed her personal best to come sixth of seven in her 200 metres freestyle heat. Female athletes were for many years an untapped reservoir of talent in the conservative Islamic state, with girls banned from participating in sport at public schools until 2017 and women not allowed into sports stadiums until the following year.

  • Saudi Arabia plans 92,000-capacity stadium in Riyadh

    Saudi Arabia said on Sunday it plans to build a 92,000-capacity stadium in Riyadh that can host major international events, with the kingdom looking set to win the right to host the 2034 World Cup. The Saudi sports ministry unveiled the approved design for the stadium, which is scheduled to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2029, according to the state news agency SPA. The stadium is set to serve as the main base of the Saudi national team and will be part of a sports complex featuring an indoor sports hall, an Olympic-sized pool and other facilities. It will be named after Saudi King Salman.

  • External Scholarships In Saudi Arabia – Study in Saudi Platform

    The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offers a range of External Scholarships for international students through the Study in Saudi Arabia platform. These scholarships are hosted by various Saudi universities. The duration of these scholarships typically aligns with the length of the chosen academic program.

  • Average life expectancy in Saudi Arabia rises to 77.6 years

    The report reveals a notable increase in average life expectancy in the Kingdom, which has risen to 77.6 years. This improvement is attributed to a series of health enhancements and initiatives, including the adoption of health promotion policies across all aspects of life, the promotion of walking culture, reduction of salt in foods, calorie disclosure, and the elimination of trans fats, along with efforts to enhance healthcare services and strengthen health risk prevention.

  • Saudi Arabia Registers ‘Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area’ on UNESCO World Heritage List

    The Saudi Minister of Culture, Chairman of the Heritage Commission, and Chairman of the National Committee for Education, Culture, and Science, Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, has announced that the Kingdom successfully inscribed the Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area in the Riyadh Region on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a cultural site of outstanding universal value to humanity.

  • Saudi Arabia’s Bahri reports 15% jump in Q2 revenue on year on oil, chemicals

    The National Shipping Co. of Saudi Arabia, or Bahri, attributed a 15% year-on-year increase in revenue in the second quarter to better oil and chemicals shipping rates and larger chemicals, dry bulk and logistics volumes, it said in second quarter results released July 28.